Charles River YMCA
Needham, MA 02492
781-444-6400
CharlesRiverY@ymcaboston.org
HOURS OF OPERATION:
MON – THU: 5:30am-9:00pm
FRI: 5:30am-8:00pm
SAT – SUN: 7:00am-5:00pm
Needham, MA 02492
781-444-6400
HOURS OF OPERATION:
MON – FRI: 5:30am-9:00pm
SAT – SUN: 7:00am-6:00pm
AMENITIES – CHESTNUT ST
- Full Wellness Facility: cardio and strength machines, free weight and functional training areas
- Personal Training
- Large Group Exercise Studio
- Child Watch Services
- Locker Rooms
- Free Family Events
AMENITIES – Great Plain Ave
- Swimming Pool: swim lessons, lap swim, water fitness, lifeguard certification
- Dry Sauna
- Locker Rooms
- Mind/Body Studio
- Group Cycle Studio
- Preschool Summer Camp
- Preschool and Youth Sports
- Free Family Events
Careers at the Charles River YMCA
Explore job opportunities at the Charles River YMCA
Charles River Jobs
Child Watch at Charles River YMCA
Child Watch is a value added program (no additional charge!) for those with a Family Membership. It is drop-in and geared for younger children; we accommodate children up to 9 years old.
Current Hours:
- Mon & Wed: 8:30-11:00 AM & 5:00-7:00 PM
- Tue, Thu, Fri: 8:30-11:00 AM
- Sat: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Sun: 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Child Watch at Charles River YMCA
Child Watch is a value added program (no additional charge!) for those with a Family Membership. It is drop-in and geared for younger children; we accommodate children up to 9 years old.
Current Hours:
- Mon & Wed: 8:30-11:00 AM & 5:00-7:00 PM
- Tue, Thu, Fri: 8:30-11:00 AM
- Sat: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Sun: 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Child Watch at Charles River YMCA
Child Watch is a value added program (no additional charge!) for those with a Family Membership. It is drop-in and geared for younger children; we accommodate children up to 9 years old.
Current Hours:
- Mon & Wed: 8:30-11:00 AM & 5:00-7:00 PM
- Tue, Thu, Fri: 8:30-11:00 AM
- Sat: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Sun: 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Celebrate With Us!
Kids Gym Parties (Ages 1-6) & Pool Parties (Ages 6+)
Member Rate $375
Non-Member Rate $475
For more information please reach out to Kathleen at kryan@ymcaboston.org
Celebrate With Us!
Kids Gym Parties (Ages 1-6) & Pool Parties (Ages 6+)
Member Rate $375
Non-Member Rate $475
For more information please reach out to Kathleen at kryan@ymcaboston.org
Celebrate With Us!
Kids Gym Parties (Ages 1-6) & Pool Parties (Ages 6+)
Member Rate $375
Non-Member Rate $475
For more information please reach out to Kathleen at kryan@ymcaboston.org
Staff
Paula Jacobson
Executive Director
PJacobson@ymcaboston.org
781-465-2584
Doug Wallace
Senior Director
DWallace@ymcaboston.org
781-465-2585
Jill Barber
Membership Director
JBarber@ymcaboston.org
781-675-3169
Kathleen Ryan
Membership Director - Family Programs
KRyan@ymcaboston.org
781-675-3174
Christopher Marten
Assoc. Aquatics Director,
CMarten@ymcaboston.org
781-675-3171
Janine Schultze
Adaptive Swim Coordinator
JSchultze@ymcaboston.org
Jaehmar Paul
Sports Director
JPaul@ymcaboston.org
781-429-3079
Katie McCraven
Healthy Living Director
KMcCraven@ymcaboston.org
781-675-3175
Evan Bogan
Camp/Afterschool Director
EBogan@ymcaboston.org
617-735-6591
Andrey Levkovich
Facilities Director
ALevkovich@ymcaboston.org
617-675-3173
General Inquiries
CharlesRiverY@ymcaboston.org
781-444-6400
Community
For job and volunteer opportunities at the Charles River YMCA please contact us at CharlesRiverY@ymcaboston.org or visit our Volunteer and Careers pages..
GROUP FITNESS CLASSES
Group Exercise
Explore all the fitness classes and reserve a space by logging into Motionvibe. Get your blood pumping with classes like HIIT and Zumba or tap into your mindfulness with yoga, Barre or Pilates.
WATER FITNESS
Water Fitness classes are an excellent choice to give your heart and muscles a great workout. The Y offers a range of Water Fitness classes, find the perfect one for you by logging into Motionvibe!
Gymnastics
5-10 weeks
Learn basic gymnastics skills like forward rolls, handstands and cartwheels. Flexibility and proper stretching techniques will be taught.
Parent/Child Stage A and B: Water Discovery and Exploration
5-10 weeks
In Stage A, the parent/guardian is introduced to working with their infant or toddler in the aquatic environment. In Stage B, the parent/guardian works with their child to learn the fundamentals of safety and swimming skills.
Pickleball
Pickleball is a paddle sport that combines many elements of tennis, badminton and ping-pong and is also fun, social, and friendly.
Preschool Soccer
5-10 weeks
This class will teach the fundamentals of soccer. Classes will focus on improving the players’ ball control skills, learning game rules and teamwork, and then playing a game.
Preschool Stage 1: Water Acclimation
5-10 weeks
In Stage 1, the parent/guardian works with their child to develop comfort with the following swim skills: underwater exploration, floating and learning to safely exit the pool.
Preschool Stage 2: Water Movement
5-10 weeks
In Stage 2, the child works to develop the following swim skills: body position and control, directional change, and forward movement in the water.
Preschool Stage 3: Water Stamina
5-10 weeks
In Stage 3, the child will work to develop the stamina needed to swim 25 yards unassisted, and introduces the following new skills: rhythmic breathing, and integrated arm and leg actions.
Preschool Stage 4: Stroke Introduction
5-10 weeks
In Stage 4, students work on developing swim stroke techniques for the front and back crawl and introduced to the breaststroke and butterfly kick.
Private Swim Lessons
5-10 weeks
Private swim lessons for youth and adults are scheduled at the convenience of the individual, the instructor and pool availability.
Private Swim Lessons
5-10 weeks
Private swim lessons for youth and adults are scheduled at the convenience of the individual, the instructor and pool availability.
Soccer Skills & Drills
5-10 weeks
This class teaches youth the fundamentals of soccer including ball control skill, passing, and shooting while incorporating teamwork and good sportsmanship.
Sports Sampler
5-10 weeks
Introduces youth to sports at the Y while fostering the values, skills and relationships that lead to positive behaviors, better health, and good sportsmanship. This engaging program focuses on the skills and drills essential to learning the fundamentals of a variety of sports including basketball, baseball/t-ball, floor hockey, and soccer while having fun.
Tumbling Tots
5-10 weeks
Develop climbing, balance, and agility and coordination class in this physical play class.
Youth Stage 1: Water Acclimation
5-10 weeks
In Stage 1, the parent/guardian works with their child to develop comfort with the following swim skills: underwater exploration, floating and learning to safely exit the pool.
Youth Stage 2: Water Movement
5-10 weeks
In Stage 2, the child work to develop the following swim skills: body position and control, directional change, and forward movement in the water.
Youth Stage 3: Water Stamina
5-10 weeks
In Stage 3, the child will work to develop the stamina needed to swim 25 yards unassisted, and introduces the following new skills: rhythmic breathing, and integrated arm and leg actions.
Youth Stage 4: Stroke Introduction
5-10 weeks
In Stage 4, students work on developing swim stroke techniques for the front and back crawl and introduced to the breaststroke and butterfly kick.
Youth Stage 5: Stroke Development
5-10 weeks
In Stage 5, students work on integrating arm and leg actions for the breaststroke and butterfly strokes, and refine swim stroke skills and techniques for all other swim strokes.
Youth Stage 6: Stroke Mechanics
5-10 weeks
In Stage 6, students work on refining swim stroke technique for all major competitive strokes and building stamina to perform each stroke for greater distances. Students are introduced to the concept of, competitive swimming, and discover how to incorporate swimming into a healthy lifestyle.
GROUP FITNESS CLASSES
Group Exercise
Explore all the fitness classes and reserve a space by logging into Motionvibe. Get your blood pumping with classes like HIIT and Zumba or tap into your mindfulness with yoga, Barre or Pilates.
WATER FITNESS
Water Fitness classes are an excellent choice to give your heart and muscles a great workout. The Y offers a range of Water Fitness classes, find the perfect one for you by logging into Motionvibe!
Gymnastics
5-10 weeks
Learn basic gymnastics skills like forward rolls, handstands and cartwheels. Flexibility and proper stretching techniques will be taught.
Parent/Child Stage A and B: Water Discovery and Exploration
5-10 weeks
In Stage A, the parent/guardian is introduced to working with their infant or toddler in the aquatic environment. In Stage B, the parent/guardian works with their child to learn the fundamentals of safety and swimming skills.
Pickleball
Pickleball is a paddle sport that combines many elements of tennis, badminton and ping-pong and is also fun, social, and friendly.
Preschool Soccer
5-10 weeks
This class will teach the fundamentals of soccer. Classes will focus on improving the players’ ball control skills, learning game rules and teamwork, and then playing a game.
Preschool Stage 1: Water Acclimation
5-10 weeks
In Stage 1, the parent/guardian works with their child to develop comfort with the following swim skills: underwater exploration, floating and learning to safely exit the pool.
Preschool Stage 2: Water Movement
5-10 weeks
In Stage 2, the child works to develop the following swim skills: body position and control, directional change, and forward movement in the water.
Preschool Stage 3: Water Stamina
5-10 weeks
In Stage 3, the child will work to develop the stamina needed to swim 25 yards unassisted, and introduces the following new skills: rhythmic breathing, and integrated arm and leg actions.
Preschool Stage 4: Stroke Introduction
5-10 weeks
In Stage 4, students work on developing swim stroke techniques for the front and back crawl and introduced to the breaststroke and butterfly kick.
Private Swim Lessons
5-10 weeks
Private swim lessons for youth and adults are scheduled at the convenience of the individual, the instructor and pool availability.
Private Swim Lessons
5-10 weeks
Private swim lessons for youth and adults are scheduled at the convenience of the individual, the instructor and pool availability.
Soccer Skills & Drills
5-10 weeks
This class teaches youth the fundamentals of soccer including ball control skill, passing, and shooting while incorporating teamwork and good sportsmanship.
Sports Sampler
5-10 weeks
Introduces youth to sports at the Y while fostering the values, skills and relationships that lead to positive behaviors, better health, and good sportsmanship. This engaging program focuses on the skills and drills essential to learning the fundamentals of a variety of sports including basketball, baseball/t-ball, floor hockey, and soccer while having fun.
Tumbling Tots
5-10 weeks
Develop climbing, balance, and agility and coordination class in this physical play class.
Youth Stage 1: Water Acclimation
5-10 weeks
In Stage 1, the parent/guardian works with their child to develop comfort with the following swim skills: underwater exploration, floating and learning to safely exit the pool.
Youth Stage 2: Water Movement
5-10 weeks
In Stage 2, the child work to develop the following swim skills: body position and control, directional change, and forward movement in the water.
Youth Stage 3: Water Stamina
5-10 weeks
In Stage 3, the child will work to develop the stamina needed to swim 25 yards unassisted, and introduces the following new skills: rhythmic breathing, and integrated arm and leg actions.
Youth Stage 4: Stroke Introduction
5-10 weeks
In Stage 4, students work on developing swim stroke techniques for the front and back crawl and introduced to the breaststroke and butterfly kick.
Youth Stage 5: Stroke Development
5-10 weeks
In Stage 5, students work on integrating arm and leg actions for the breaststroke and butterfly strokes, and refine swim stroke skills and techniques for all other swim strokes.
Youth Stage 6: Stroke Mechanics
5-10 weeks
In Stage 6, students work on refining swim stroke technique for all major competitive strokes and building stamina to perform each stroke for greater distances. Students are introduced to the concept of, competitive swimming, and discover how to incorporate swimming into a healthy lifestyle.
